Strategic Grain Sourcing Lead

Mars Incorporated; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Incorporated is hiring a Sr. Sourcing Specialist to manage Rice, Wheat and Specialty Grain categories for North America. You will collaborate with the global category manager, drive sourcing strategies, lead events, negotiations, and contract management with key suppliers, cross-functional partners, and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes developing category buying strategies, executing RFPs, and delivering value through strategic sourcing leadership across domestic and international partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required or equivalent.
• 5-8 years procurement experience in multinational Food & Beverage.
• Food Industry experience and good understanding of US agriculture/commodity markets preferred.
• Expertise in negotiations, contract management and running large RFPs.
• Strong supplier relationships & cross-functional stakeholder collaboration.
• Excellent communication, ability to navigate ambiguity, and data-driven insights.
• Travel ~20% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute Sourcing Strategy: leverage market data, lead strategic sourcing events, evaluate supplier proposals, and activate category strategies.
• Negotiate & Contract for Value: conduct in-depth analysis, lead supplier negotiations, and manage end-to-end contracting to maximize value.
• Operational & Supplier Management: maintain contracts (e.g., in SAP) for accurate pricing and manage supplier relationships per segmentation.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

RFP management

Supplier relationship

Cross-functional collaboration

Market analysis

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Mars Incorporated is hiring a Sr. Sourcing Specialist to manage Rice, Wheat and Specialty Grain categories for North America. You will collaborate with the global category manager, drive sourcing strategies, lead events, negotiations, and contract management with key suppliers, cross-functional partners, and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes developing category buying strategies, executing RFPs, and delivering value through strategic sourcing leadership across domestic and international partners.